Motor Equipment Operator/Deckhand, #JR-00607

City of Virginia Beach · Virginia Beach, VA · 1 wk ago

On-siteOTHRFull-time

Public Works Department – Dredge Operations group

Connect and disconnect dredge pipelines as needed.
Assist with winch cable installation and moving dredge equipment.
Assist with cleaning debris and resolving pipeline blockages.
Assist with placing, removing, and burying the pipeline.
Assist with Navigational Aid inventory and maintenance.
Perform deckhand duties on all vessels, including handling lines and cables, preparing and securing lines for towing and docking, and assisting with setting or retrieving anchors.
Perform labor and maintenance tasks associated with the City Dredge, discharge piping, and related equipment, including lifting and moving heavy equipment.
Clean, prep, and paint dredge machinery and support equipment; perform related tasks as needed.
Complete assignments as directed by the supervisor based on workload and departmental needs.
Follow instructions precisely and work diligently to achieve assigned objectives.
Communicate professionally and respectfully with citizens, coworkers, and supervisors.
Work in excess of normally scheduled days/hours during inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes, snow, etc.) in response to short-term departmental needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Mandatory pre-employment physical.
Must possess a valid Driver’s License (VA or NC).
CDL preferred; candidates who possess a valid CDL will qualify for a $2,000 incentive (stipend or bonus).

Labor Day – Memorial Day:
- Fri. 6:30 am – 9:00 pm
- Sat. 6:30 am – 8:00 pm
- Sun. 6:30 am – 8:30 pm
OR
- 6:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday–Thursday
Memorial Day – Labor Day:
- Fri. 3:30 pm – 6:00 am
- Sat. 3:30 pm – 5:00 am
- Sun. 3:30 pm – 5:00 am
OR
- 12:00 am – 10:30 am
Employee will receive an additional 5% shift differential for Memorial Day–Labor Day.

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